Merry Gel Sigui
A multimedia journalist focused on producing articles about controversial global issues specifically on business, economy, politics, and technology. A strong believer in freedom of the press and exposing the wrong. only through engagement and communications can we as humans evolve.
An accredited member of a leading local broadcast media organization.
Media network CNN says Amazon sells fake and dangerous kids’ products
CNN investigation reveals potentially hazardous knock-off baby products sold on Amazon at significantly lower prices, including a car seat that fails safety standards and breaks during crash tests, using stolen brand images to deceive consumers.
Russian President claims lead on hypersonic weapons, surpassing US
Russian President Vladimir Putin declares Russia as the world leader in hypersonic weapons, highlighting the deployment of Kinzhal missiles and Avanguard hypersonic glide vehicles, which he claims surpass any current global capabilities.
Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick to resign from ride-hailing giant board
Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick announced his resignation from the company's board by December 31, citing a desire to pursue new business and philanthropic endeavors. After selling most of his shares in November, Kalanick reflects on his 10-year journey with the ride-hailing giant and looks forward to future opportunities.
Hong Kong protesters returned to streets on Christmas Day
Hundreds of black-clad protesters marched through shopping centers on Christmas Day, shouting pro-democracy slogans and confronting riot police in Hong Kong.
Global stock markets slip on Christmas Eve
Major global stock markets showed subdued performance on Christmas Eve, with Japan's Nikkei slipping 0.2%, U.S. markets closing mixed, and European indices like FTSE 100 and CAC showing minimal movement amid light holiday trading volumes.
Chinese supplier of Tesco claims prison labor allegations untrue
Zhejiang Yunguang Printing refutes accusations of prison labor after Tesco halts Christmas card production. General Manager Lu Yunbiao claims allegations are fabricated, asserting all workers follow labor laws and no connection exists with Qingpu prison.
Croatia sets run off for presidential post as no candidate wins...
Croatia will hold a presidential runoff election on January 5 after the first round failed to produce a winner. From 11 candidates, no single contender secured a majority vote. The election comes just before Croatia assumes the European Union presidency, with critics questioning the timing so close to the holiday season.
US study finds massive errors in face recognition
A US government study by NIST found massive errors in facial recognition technology. Algorithms misidentified black females 35% of the time and showed dramatically higher false positive rates for non-white individuals compared to white subjects, raising serious concerns about AI accuracy and potential racial bias.
Canada condemns Russia and China over vetoed Syria aid
Canadian ministers François-Philippe Champagne and Karina Gould express deep disappointment over Russia and China's UN veto, emphasizing the critical impact on millions of Syrians in need, particularly in Idlib where violent air strikes continue.
British grocery chain Tesco ends production at Chinese factory over forced...
UK-based Tesco stops production of Christmas cards at a Chinese factory following claims of prisoners being compelled to work against their will, after a young girl discovered a hidden message in a card.
